{"id":13991,"date":"2025-09-02T10:22:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T08:22:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/?p=13991"},"modified":"2025-09-15T17:12:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T15:12:22","slug":"train-smart-tapering-guide-for-october-and-november-ultras","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/it\/train-smart-tapering-guide-for-october-and-november-ultras\/","title":{"rendered":"Train smart: tapering guide for October and November ultras"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"13991\" class=\"elementor elementor-13991\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0134ae5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0134ae5\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ecf20ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ecf20ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/TRAIL-RUN-PORTADES-2.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-13993\" alt=\"Tapering trail running\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/TRAIL-RUN-PORTADES-2.png 1080w, https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/TRAIL-RUN-PORTADES-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/TRAIL-RUN-PORTADES-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/TRAIL-RUN-PORTADES-2-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-323388c elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-title elementor-page-title elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"323388c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-title.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Train smart: tapering guide for October and November ultras<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4329d3c elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-post-info\" data-id=\"4329d3c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"post-info.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-inline-items elementor-icon-list-items elementor-post-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-repeater-item-2adc81a elementor-inline-item\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/it\/2025\/09\/02\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text elementor-post-info__item elementor-post-info__item--type-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<time>Settembre 2, 2025<\/time>\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da422ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da422ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"762\">October and November bring some of the most iconic trail ultras in Europe and beyond. From the fast and technical trails of <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/hivernale-des-templiers\/\"><strong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"603\">Les Templiers<\/strong><\/a> in France, to the rugged <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/ultra-guara-somontano\/\"><strong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"648\">Guara Somontano<\/strong><\/a> in Spain, to the mythical <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/la-diagonale-des-fous\/\"><strong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"697\">Diagonale des Fous<\/strong><\/a> on R\u00e9union Island, these races test every aspect of endurance.<\/p><p data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"1045\">By the time runners arrive at the final weeks before race day, most of the hard work is already done. Long runs are logged, climbs have been tackled, and countless hours have been spent training. Yet there is still one final step that can make or break performance: <strong data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1042\">tapering<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1390\">In trail running, tapering means reducing your training load before an event to allow the body to fully recover and arrive fresh. It\u2019s not about doing nothing\u2014it\u2019s about doing the right amount at the right time. Let\u2019s dive into how tapering works, why it\u2019s essential, and how you can apply it specifically for ultras in October and November.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ddb33f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9ddb33f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is tapering in trail running?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-589cb36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"589cb36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1649\">Tapering is the process of <strong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1524\">gradually reducing the volume and intensity of training<\/strong> in the final weeks before a race. The goal is to eliminate accumulated fatigue while maintaining the fitness you\u2019ve built.<\/p><p data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1945\">For trail runners, tapering is especially important. Unlike road marathons, ultras take place on varied terrain with long climbs and descents that place extra stress on the body. Without a taper, legs may feel heavy, glycogen stores may be depleted, and mental focus may be harder to sustain.<\/p><p data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2081\">In practice, tapering is a balancing act: cutting enough training to allow recovery, but keeping just enough activity to stay sharp.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1733f25 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1733f25\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why tapering is essential for ultras<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4238004 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4238004\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2435\">Tapering isn\u2019t just a nice-to-have; it\u2019s a performance enhancer backed by science. Research shows that endurance athletes can improve their performance by <strong data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2294\">2\u20136%<\/strong> with a proper taper. In a race that lasts between 10 and 40 hours, that margin can mean finishing strong instead of shuffling to the line.<\/p><p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2484\">Here are three main reasons tapering matters:<\/p><ol data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2868\"><li data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2613\"><p data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2613\"><strong data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2508\">Reduced fatigue<\/strong> \u2013 Heavy training accumulates muscle damage and hormonal stress. A taper gives the body time to repair.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2747\"><p data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2747\"><strong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2643\">Improved energy stores<\/strong> \u2013 Glycogen levels are replenished during reduced training, ensuring more available fuel for race day.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2868\"><p data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2868\"><strong data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2767\">Mental reset<\/strong> \u2013 Stepping back from long training days allows runners to restore motivation and build confidence.<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"3014\">Elite athletes treat tapering as part of their preparation, not as optional rest. In fact, many say it\u2019s the most important block of training.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f12749d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f12749d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">When to start tapering for trail ultras<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0e258f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0e258f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3131\">The length of your taper depends on the distance of your race:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3470\"><li data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3212\"><p data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3212\"><strong data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3163\">For 50 km to 80 km races<\/strong> (like Templiers): 1\u20132 weeks is usually enough.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3339\"><p data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3339\"><strong data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3235\">For 100 km races<\/strong> (like Guara Somontano): 2 weeks is recommended, sometimes extending to 3 if you trained very heavily.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3470\"><p data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3470\"><strong data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3370\">For 100 miles and beyond<\/strong> (like Diagonale des Fous): 3 weeks is optimal, since the physical and mental demands are extreme.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3472\" data-end=\"3632\">A useful rule of thumb is to <strong data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3547\">start tapering 2\u20133 weeks before your ultra<\/strong>. That way, your body has time to adapt, heal, and recharge without losing fitness.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5d6809 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b5d6809\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to structure your taper<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6acbe48 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6acbe48\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3737\">Here is a practical three-week taper for trail running ultras:<\/p><p data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3772\"><strong data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3770\">Three weeks before race day<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3929\"><li data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3808\"><p data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3808\">Reduce total mileage by 20\u201325%.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3809\" data-end=\"3861\"><p data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3861\">Long run: shorten to 4\u20135 hours (instead of 6\u20138).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3929\"><p data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"3929\">Keep intensity: one session of short intervals or hill repeats.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3962\"><strong data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3960\">Two weeks before race day<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4149\"><li data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4015\"><p data-start=\"3965\" data-end=\"4015\">Reduce mileage by 40\u201350% compared to peak weeks.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4088\"><p data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4088\">Long run: 2\u20133 hours maximum, ideally on terrain similar to the race.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4149\"><p data-start=\"4091\" data-end=\"4149\">Include strides or tempo segments to maintain sharpness.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4151\" data-end=\"4166\"><strong data-start=\"4151\" data-end=\"4164\">Race week<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"4167\" data-end=\"4396\"><li data-start=\"4167\" data-end=\"4204\"><p data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4204\">Run 30\u201340% of your usual mileage.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4205\" data-end=\"4273\"><p data-start=\"4207\" data-end=\"4273\">Focus on short, easy sessions: 30\u201360 minutes with a few strides.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4274\" data-end=\"4335\"><p data-start=\"4276\" data-end=\"4335\">Two days before the race: very easy jog or complete rest.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4336\" data-end=\"4396\"><p data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4396\">One day before: 20\u201330 minute shakeout run or brisk walk.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4398\" data-end=\"4555\">This structure works because it progressively lowers volume while keeping small amounts of intensity. The body stays active but has time to recover deeply.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de2381e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"de2381e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What not to do during tapering<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-619f73b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"619f73b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"4599\" data-end=\"4690\">Tapering mistakes are common and can sabotage weeks of preparation. Avoid these pitfalls:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"5121\"><li data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"4800\"><p data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4800\"><strong data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4717\">Stopping completely<\/strong>: some runners think full rest will help, but inactivity can make legs feel flat.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4801\" data-end=\"4905\"><p data-start=\"4803\" data-end=\"4905\"><strong data-start=\"4803\" data-end=\"4831\">Cramming missed workouts<\/strong>: the last weeks are not the time to \u201cmake up\u201d for training you skipped.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4906\" data-end=\"5010\"><p data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"5010\"><strong data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4952\">Experimenting with new gear or nutrition<\/strong>: taper is about consistency and routine, not surprises.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5011\" data-end=\"5121\"><p data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5121\"><strong data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5044\">Obsessing over lost fitness<\/strong>: remember, you don\u2019t lose endurance in 2\u20133 weeks. Instead, you sharpen it.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a31a56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6a31a56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Nutrition and sleep during taper<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2ea9ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2ea9ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"5167\" data-end=\"5232\">Tapering is not only about training; it\u2019s also about lifestyle.<\/p><ul data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5693\"><li data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5423\"><p data-start=\"5236\" data-end=\"5423\"><strong data-start=\"5236\" data-end=\"5250\">Fuel smart<\/strong>: maintain balanced meals with enough protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients. In the final 3\u20134 days, slightly increase carbohydrates to ensure glycogen stores are full.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5424\" data-end=\"5535\"><p data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5535\"><strong data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5442\">Hydrate well<\/strong>: drink steadily through the week, especially if traveling to a hot or humid race location.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5536\" data-end=\"5693\"><p data-start=\"5538\" data-end=\"5693\"><strong data-start=\"5538\" data-end=\"5558\">Prioritize sleep<\/strong>: quality sleep is the most powerful recovery tool. Aim for consistent hours each night, especially in the week leading up to travel.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5695\" data-end=\"5763\">Think of taper as part of your race preparation, not just a break.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49a19ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"49a19ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Case study: tapering for October\u2013November ultras<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eeb16d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eeb16d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li data-start=\"5825\" data-end=\"5997\"><p data-start=\"5827\" data-end=\"5997\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/hivernale-des-templiers\/\"><strong data-start=\"5827\" data-end=\"5852\">Les Templiers (80 km)<\/strong><\/a>: This race is fast and technical, with many runnable sections. A two-week taper works best, with emphasis on leg speed and terrain adaptation.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5998\" data-end=\"6156\"><p data-start=\"6000\" data-end=\"6156\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/ultra-guara-somontano\/\"><strong data-start=\"6000\" data-end=\"6028\">Guara Somontano (102 km)<\/strong><\/a>: Here, terrain is rocky and exposed. A 2\u20133 week taper is ideal, including one last specific long run 15 days before race day.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"6157\" data-end=\"6393\"><p data-start=\"6159\" data-end=\"6393\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/la-diagonale-des-fous\/\"><strong data-start=\"6159\" data-end=\"6190\">Diagonale des Fous (165 km)<\/strong>:<\/a> One of the hardest ultras in the world, with over 10,000 meters of elevation gain. A full three-week taper is recommended, with special focus on heat and humidity adaptation during the final 10 days.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1391bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a1391bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The mental benefits of tapering<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-492146b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"492146b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"6438\" data-end=\"6634\">Tapering also has a psychological dimension. Many runners feel nervous or restless during taper weeks, fearing they will lose fitness. In reality, this is when the mind catches up with the body.<\/p><p data-start=\"6636\" data-end=\"6655\">Use this time to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"6656\" data-end=\"6869\"><li data-start=\"6656\" data-end=\"6744\"><p data-start=\"6658\" data-end=\"6744\"><strong data-start=\"6658\" data-end=\"6682\">Visualize the course<\/strong>: imagine key climbs, aid stations, and finish line moments.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"6745\" data-end=\"6809\"><p data-start=\"6747\" data-end=\"6809\"><strong data-start=\"6747\" data-end=\"6766\">Check logistics<\/strong>: gear, travel plans, nutrition strategy.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"6810\" data-end=\"6869\"><p data-start=\"6812\" data-end=\"6869\"><strong data-start=\"6812\" data-end=\"6833\">Embrace freshness<\/strong>: remember that rest equals power.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07ce685 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"07ce685\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Conclusion<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a1b88c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a1b88c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"6893\" data-end=\"7092\">Tapering in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/trailrunadvisor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> trail running community<\/a> is not about cutting training\u2014it\u2019s about training smarter. By reducing volume while maintaining intensity, you allow your body to recover, store energy, and sharpen focus.<\/p><p data-start=\"7094\" data-end=\"7342\">Whether you\u2019re preparing for <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/hivernale-des-templiers\/\">Les Templiers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/ultra-guara-somontano\/\">Guara Somontano<\/a>, or the <a href=\"https:\/\/trailrunadvisor.com\/races\/la-diagonale-des-fous\/\">Diagonale des Fous<\/a>, a smart taper will ensure you arrive at the start line ready to run your best. You\u2019ve already done the hard work; tapering is the final step to make it count.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>October and November bring some of the most iconic trail ultras in Europe and beyond. 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